CISV LONDON, ONTARIO

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WELCOME TO CISV LONDON, ONTARIO

CISV London is your local chapter of CISV a non profit organization dedicated to empower young people to build lasting friendships across cultures, fostering mutual understanding respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to providing transformative experiences that inspire youth to become active global citizens, committed to creating a more peaceful and just world. Through our educational programs, we encourage personal growth, inter cultural dialogues, and shared responsibility for shaping a future where diversity is celebrated and conflict is resolved through empathy and cooperation. 

CISV International is a global non-for-profit organization dedicated to educating and inspiring for peace through building inter cultural friendships, cooperation, and understanding. Founded in 1950, CISV International is today a federation of 70 members associations with over 200 Chapters or local groups.

CISV Canada from coast to coast.

CISV has many different chapters across Canada. Each year, youth and adults from these same communities travel to international CISV programmes. There are as many opportunities for involvement locally, nationally, and internationally. 

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OUR MISSION
CISV educates and inspires action for a more just and peaceful world.

 

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VALUES 

Friendship- We find a common bond and we are kind to each other.

Inclusiveness- We are open, culturally sensitive, we accept and respect people and cultures.

Enthusiasm- We bring energy and passion to everything we do.

Engagement- We show up, participate and learn with a positive attitude. 

Cooperation- We work together and support each other toward our common goal.

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WHAT WE DO: 

  • We empower youth ages 10 & up to develop positive attitudes, skills, knowledge necessary to drive positive change in their community and around the world. 
  • Promote cross-cultural exchange and global friendship.
HOW
By providing engaging, memorable, hands-on learning activities at local, national, and international events and programs.

EDUCATIONAL CONTENT:

Peace education helps us understand the root causes of social injustice, conflict, and war. Aligned with our values, we focus on these four key areas:

1. Human Rights

2. Diversity

3. Conflict and Resolution

4. Sustainable Development